NFL Week 8: Rock's Locks Season Long Picks & Predictions
Will Rock Predicts The Winners Each Week During The 2025 NFL Regular Season - Currently 79-41 Tied 2nd Place | Updated 10.29.25
ROCK’S LOCKS OVERALL W/L | 79-41
Each week, Will Rock locks in straight-up winners and losers across the NFL slate with a 16-leg parlay (adjusted for bye weeks or shortened schedules). A small wager is placed on DraftKings to timestamp and preserve each pick, with the moneyline at the time of selection determining whether it qualifies as a favorite or upset.
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*This sheet will be updated every week on Tuesdays
Week 8 | Powered By Draftkings
ROCK’S LOCKS | WIN/LOSS: 8-5 | OVERALL: 79-41
Week 8, we are halfway there! The playoff picture is starting to take shape. Six teams are on bye, but the slate still has plenty of juice—divisional battles, primetime drama, and a few spots where desperation meets opportunity.
Here’s a Week 8 quick-hit summary in your style, keeping it tight, narrative-driven, and matchup-focused:
Week 8 Summary
AFC Week 8 Breakdown
The Patriots overcame Myles Garrett’s five-sack barrage to beat the Browns 32–13, with Drake Maye tossing three touchdowns to stay atop the East. Miami snapped its losing streak in style, as Tua Tagovailoa threw four scores to dismantle the Falcons 34–10. Buffalo steamrolled Carolina 40–9 behind James Cook’s 216 rushing yards, while the Jets stunned Cincinnati 39–38 with a late Breece Hall touchdown pass to seal their first win. Denver’s offense exploded again, dropping 44 points on Dallas in a wire-to-wire beatdown. Kansas City closed the week with a 28–7 Monday night win over Washington, as Patrick Mahomes threw three touchdowns and Travis Kelce tied the franchise TD record.
ACF Week 8 Highlights
Colts Keep Rolling: The Indianapolis Colts improved to 7–1, dismantling the Titans 38–14. Jonathan Taylor scored three touchdowns for the second straight week, averaging nearly 17 yards per carry at one point. Shane Steichen’s offense looks like a runaway train in the AFC South.
Texans Shock the 49ers: C.J. Stroud threw for 318 yards and two touchdowns as Houston upset San Francisco 26–15. The Texans controlled the clock and forced key stops, while rookie receiver Xavier Hutchinson added 69 yards and a score. Houston’s defense held Christian McCaffrey to just 25 rushing yards, flipping the script on a struggling Niners offense.
NFC Week 8 Breakdown
The Eagles rolled past the Giants 38–20, with Saquon Barkley racking up 150 yards and a touchdown before exiting with a groin injury. Tampa Bay’s defense dominated the Saints 23–3, forcing four turnovers and scoring on a pick-six. The Cowboys were overwhelmed in Denver, giving up 427 yards and two interceptions in a 44–24 loss. Carolina couldn’t keep pace with Buffalo, falling 40–9 in a game where their offense never found rhythm. The Commanders were outmatched by Kansas City, managing just one touchdown in a lopsided Monday night loss.
NFC Week 8 Highlights
Packers Freeze the Steelers: Jordan Love delivered a career-best performance in Green Bay’s 35–25 win over Pittsburgh. He threw for 360 yards and three touchdowns, tying Brett Favre’s franchise record with 20 consecutive completions. Tight end Tucker Kraft erupted for 143 yards and two scores, including a 59-yard catch-and-run.
Chargers Bounce Back: Justin Herbert threw three touchdowns as the Chargers cruised past the Vikings 37–10. Rookie back Koby Vidal added 117 rushing yards and a score, while the defense held Minnesota to just 144 passing yards. After a rough stretch, Los Angeles reasserted itself in the AFC West race.
Week 8 Summary | 8-5
WINS: Chargers, Ravens, Bills, Texans, Patriots, Colts, Chiefs, Bucs
LOSSES: Falcons, Bengals, Giants, Cowboys, Steelers
Will Rock Overall 79-41 | 2nd Place
Week 8 Call
As Week 8 gets rolling, the playoff picture is starting to take shape. Six teams are on bye, but the slate still has plenty of juice—divisional battles, primetime drama, and a few spots where desperation meets opportunity.
BEARS at RAVENS
Chicago is riding a four-game heater after an 0-2 start, leaning on a run game that’s churned out 145+ yards in back-to-back weeks. Caleb Williams has been efficient, but the red-zone issues linger. Baltimore, meanwhile, is a wounded 1-5 squad that’s been gashed defensively (32.3 points allowed per game). The wild card: Lamar Jackson’s hamstring. If he’s back, the Ravens’ offense instantly looks different. If not, it’s Huntley again, and that’s a problem. Bears’ formula: keep the turnover edge (+11 on the year) and pound Swift/Monangai. Ravens’ hope: Jackson + Roquan Smith’s return sparks a pride game.
Baltimore’s season is teetering. They’ve lost four straight, and the defense has forced just three takeaways all year. If Jackson plays, they can still score in bunches. If not, it’s another long Sunday. The Ravens’ defense has to find a way to slow down Caleb Williams on third down (league-best 105.8 passer rating in those spots). If they don’t, Chicago walks out with five straight wins and Baltimore slides deeper into irrelevance.
BUCCANEERS at SAINTS
Tampa Bay (5-2) just got humbled by Detroit, but this is a classic bounce-back spot. Baker Mayfield’s MVP buzz took a hit, and losing Mike Evans stings, but rookies Emeka Egbuka and Tez Johnson give them juice. The Saints (1-6) are in full scramble mode with Spencer Rattler showing flashes but also turnovers (3 INTs last week). Todd Bowles’ defense has been leaky with explosive plays—if they clean that up, Bucs should control. Expect Tampa to lean on balance, get to the bye at 6-2, and reset for the stretch run.
STEELERS vs PACKERS (SNF)
Pittsburgh (4-2) under the lights, hosting Rodgers’ old team. The Steelers’ defense just got embarrassed by Ja’Marr Chase, so communication in the secondary is the storyline. Green Bay brings a deep WR group, and Jordan Love is careful with the ball (low tight-window throw rate). Steelers’ path: run game + Watt disruption + turnovers. Packers’ path: force Rodgers into obvious passing downs behind a shaky OL. This one feels like a grind-it-out Tomlin special—ugly, close, and decided late.
Potential Upset Watch
Steelers over Packers: Home dog, Tomlin off a loss, Rodgers revenge narrative.
Saints over Bucs: If Rattler protects the ball and Kamara gets loose, Tampa could stumble into the bye.
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Week 7 | Powered By Draftkings
ROCK’S LOCKS | WIN/LOSS: 10-5 | OVERALL: 71-36
As week 7 gets underway, I am holding on to a 1st place tie with Jeremy Fowler. What was a crazy good week 5 was a tough week 6. This week should be no different as many conference games start to shape the playoff scenarios. I may lose the Thiefs/Raiders game as I will not choose the Chiefs to win PERIOD! However, the Raiders may shock everyone in this matchup.
Potential Upsets Of The Week
JETS: At some point the Jets have to win and its week 7 against the Panthers team that has splashed but not very consistent. The Jets’ best chance is to sell out vs the run, force Bryce Young into obvious passing downs, and let their front four dictate. If they can hold Dowdle under 70 yards and keep McMillan from explosive plays, this game stays in reach.
BROWNS: Regardless if the Browns QB (WHO) plays well, I expect the Browns defense to give the Dolphins trouble. If Schwartz’s unit can hold Miami to FGs instead of TDs, Browns flip the script. Cleveland leans into Judkins + Garrett + weather, they can drag Miami into a Dawg Pound slugfest. The Browns don’t need fireworks—they need to win ugly.
COLTS: The Chargers are working with a patchwork offensive line, Joe Alt doubtful, Pipkins already ruled out, and Sayler battling a knee injury likely out. With the defense also banged up, DB Molden, LB Mack and LB Dye likely out the Colts have an opportunity to steal one here. The Colts are also carrying some injuries to star corner Charvarius Ward (OUT), LB Franklin, WR Josh Downs, and DE Ebukam (likely rest). If Indy’s front (Latu, Paye, Ebukam) can collapse Herbert behind a decimated OL, the Colts can absolutely steal this on the road. But if Herbert gets rhythm and LA finishes drives, the Chargers’ home edge holds.
COMMANDERS: Washington is down its WR1 (McLaurin) and WR3 (Brown), while Dallas regains its WR1. Even with Diggs out, the Cowboys’ offensive firepower should outweigh their defensive flaws. Washington’s run game vs Dallas’ soft front is the equalizer. If Croskey-Merritt + Daniels’ legs control tempo, Washington can absolutely steal this.
Will Rock Overall 71-36 | 2nd Place
Week 7 Summary | 10-5
WINS: Rams, Bears, Browns, Eagles, Broncos, Patriots, Packers, Cowboys, Lions, Seahawks
LOSSES: Steelers, Raiders, Jets, Chargers, Falcons
What Happened
The Jets held it close, almost pulled off their first win of the season. The Lions bounced back, shutting down the Buccaneers in one of the most dominant games this season. Even with the entire starting secondary out, the Lions found a way to rally the next guys up that were not even on this team a week ago! The Browns pulled off the upset as I expected, the defense delivered a beatdown! The Commanders are really banged up, Jayden Daniels suffering a hamstring injury did’’t help things. Tennessee made the decision to fire Brian Callahan early in the week and entered Sunday hoping for a boost in performance with Mike McCoy serving as interim coach. The Titans are just a very bad team.
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Week 6 | Powered By Draftkings
ROCK’S LOCKS | WIN/LOSS: 9-6 | OVERALL: 61-31
Finally back in first place and I am going to try to ride this one out and stay on top. I was too risky in week 3 and it bit me bad! This week there are some solid matchups and potential upsets on the way. The Titans and Raiders are just bad football teams right now, the Titans have to do one things, protect Cam Ward and they can win this week. I don’t see that happening and Geno Smith gives the ball away more than he throws touchdowns, so its anyone’s game.
The Lions have a massive matchup with the secondary banged up badly and the Defense needing a major boost up front to contain Mahomes. If the front four cannot win this Sunday Night the backend may give up too many explosives allowing KC to run away with this game. Jamo needs to get involved, Gibbs & Montgomery must have big games on the ground and providing protection for Jared Goff. This is anyone’s game right now, but I am taking my Lions.
Will Rock Overall 61-31 | Tied For 1st Place With Fowler!
Week 6 Summary | 9-6
WINS: Broncos, Colts, Chargers, Rams, Steelers, Patriots, Raiders, Packers, Bucs
LOSSES: Eagles, Cowboys, Lions, Bills, Commanders, Jaguars
What Happened
GUT PUNCH - Left all Lions fans with the RIGGED NFL feeling once again. The Lions did a good job on the opening drive, too. They ran 15 plays over a 9:39 span, chewing up so much clock that Mahomes looked downright bored on the sideline. And it looked as if it would pay off when David Montgomery took a direct snap and threw to Goff, who powered into the end zone from a yard out for a touchdown.
But the officials came together to discuss the play, and even though nobody had thrown a flag, they eventually said Goff was not set — an illegal motion penalty. After a delay of game, the Lions had to settle for Jake Bates‘ chip-shot field goal.
Summary: Cam Skattebo runs for 3 TDs and Jaxson Dart shines as the Giants beat the Eagles 34-17The Raiders (2-4) ended a four-game skid, and the Titans (1-5) missed an opportunity to win consecutive games for the first time since November of 2022, a 47-game stretch. Packers overcome Flacco’s comeback attempt and beat the Bengals 27-18.Darnold, Smith-Njigba and defense carry Seahawks to 20-12 victory at Jaguars.
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Week 5 | Powered By Draftkings
ROCK’S LOCKS | WIN/LOSS: 12-2 | OVERALL: 52-25
This week has huge implications for my season. I can either make some headway and get back in this race, or the bottom will fall out and I am done. Pulling for the Saints to find their 1st win against the Giants. Expecting the Texans to run all over the Ravens depleted team due to injuries. The Broncos & Bucs should win but anything can happen in all these game this week. There will be one huge upset this week maybe two.
Will Rock Overall 52-25 | HUGE Comeback !! 1st Place By 2 Games!
Week 5 Summary | 12-2
WINS: Niners, Vikings, Colts, Broncos, Cowboys, Texans, Panthers, Bucs, Lions, Commanders, Jags
LOSSES: Cardinals, Bills
What Happened
I thought we were finally going to hit one when the week got off to a fantastic start hitting 8 in a row! The week ended with a thriller on Monday Night! Trevor Lawrence made a huge play to score a TD after falling down getting stepped on, beating the Chiefs….WOW! The Cardinals lost a tight game by 1 point and the Bills completely fell apart against the Patriots defense. Finished the weekend strong pulling for the Saints to get their first win and it paid off. My best picks yet still came up a little short. The Lions looked good, but that 4th quarter defense was not up to the standard set the first three quarters. Hopefully the Lions can find some help before the Chiefs game.
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Week 4 | Powered By Draftkings
ROCK’S LOCKS | WIN/LOSS: 10-5 | OVERALL: 40-23
Here we are yet again, another first quarter coming to a close of the NFL season. It is simply amazing how fast this happens. The Detroit Lions top rated offense is walking right into a wall in week 4. Will the offensive line be enough to keep Jared Goff clean? That is the biggest question headed into this matchup. The Lions have proven they have the offensive weapons, but without the offensive line this team tends to fold like a tent. The emphasis cannot be big enough to manage Garrett and stabilize the center of the offensive line with extra blockers and heavy use of 21 or 22 personnel in this game.
Will Rock Overall 40-23 | Nice Comeback Just 5 Games Out Of 1st!
Week 4 Summary | 10-5-1
WINS: Seahawks, Steelers, Lions, Bills, Eagles, Falcons, Texans, Patriots Jaguars, Broncos
LOSSES: Chargers, Colts, Ravens, Raiders, Jets
Tie: Packers
What Happened
Sam Darnold pulled out another win leading off Thursday Night Football to a 1-0 start for the 4th straight week! The Raiders dropped to the Bears in a game they had won. The Jets are just an awful team right now. How on earth did the Chargers lose to the Giants? The big upset call for the Falcons and the Jaguars helped me out a ton this week. Let’s get on to week 5 and get this train back on the track.
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Week 3 | Powered By Draftkings
ROCK’S LOCKS | WIN/LOSS: 7-9 | OVERALL: 30-18
We wait forever and it’s over in a flash, buckle up the road to the Superbowl just sped up. This week Rock is putting the entire season on the line. Similar to buying a $45 million dollar free agent edge rusher would sink your teams future.
How did we get to week 3 of the NFL season this fast? Let’s start with Jameson Williams turbo speed post route into the end zone last week splitting a quarters look on the Bears defense. Or, maybe it was Jahmyr Gibbs posting 22.42 MPH on his 42 yard scamper up the right sideline that blurred our vision. Then there was “The quarterback, for them” Jared Goff. Dealing 5 dimes for TDs, three to Amon-Ra St.Brown! The law firm of Gibbs & Montgomery rushing for one TD each curb stomping the Bears 52-21!
The Lions bounce back was nothing short of EXPECTED by this guy 👈. Now it’s time for the Ravens 31st ranked pass defense? Yerp, football is back baby!
Will Rock Overall 30-18 | From 2nd To 2nd To Last Place
Week 3 Summary 7-9 OUCH!
WINS: Bills, Bucs, Jags, Colts, Seahawks, 49ers, Lions,
LOSSES: Packers (super happy I lost), Rams (unreal), Falcons (wow!), Raiders, Bengals, Patriots, Broncos, Cowboys, Giants
What Happened
I don’t think there is anything to talk about here. I went for a big upset week in week 3 hoping to have a few victories and just got annihilated losing 6 of 7! At least I was not the only one, Graziano went 7-9 and Wickersham 8-8. My grand total is now 30-18 on the season. With that, I am just going to burn all of this week down with one simple phrase. LIONS WIN!
Did Rock Just Lose His Mind? Seven (7) HUGE UPSET CALLS Week 3
Rams +3.5 Away Over Eagles -3.5 | Raiders +3 Away Over Commanders -3
Bengals +3 Away Over Vikings -3 | Patriots +1.5 Home Over Steelers
Giants +6 Home Over Chiefs -6 | Lions +4.5 Away Over Ravens -4.5
Broncos +2.5 Away Over L.A. Chargers -2.5
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Week 2 | Powered By Draftkings
ROCK’S LOCKS | WIN/LOSS: 11-5 | OVERALL: 23-9
Another week is already here! The big Thursday night game between the Commanders and Packers kicks off the week! This is an extremely tough week as so many of these early season games can go either way. I see a lot of tight games in this one. Will Rock’s weekly picks are in!
Biggest Upsets To Watch: Jets, Bucs & Saints
Will Rock Overall: 23-9 | Tied 2nd Place
Week 2 Summary
WINS: Cowboys, Lions, Bengals, Rams, Baltimore, Colts, Cardinals, Eagles, Patriots, Chargers, Buccaneers
LOSSES: Commanders, Saints, Jets, Steelers, Vikings
What Happened
The Lions handled business in a big way and settled the haters back into their SOL FAN caves for another week. The Bears, well, they are sharing the same cave with the SOL Lions fans. The NFC North has two tough teams and two teams losing their grip fast. As expected week 2 was a rough one for picking the correct winners, finishing 11-5 is just fine with me. Currently in 2nd place at 23-9 on the season vs the NFL expert picks.
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Week 1 | Powered By Draftkings
ROCK’S LOCKS | WIN/LOSS: 12-4 |
Week 1 Summary
WINS: Eagles, Chargers, Colts, Jags, Cardinals. Commanders, Bucs, Bengals, Raiders, Broncos, Bills, Vikings
LOSSES: Jets, Seahawks, Lions, Texans
What Happened
I was pretty happy with the way the NFL opening week finished, minus the Lions losing of course.
Week 1 is always a minefield—new schemes, unknown roles, and teams still finding their identity. Despite the chaos, I felt solid about my picks. I correctly called two upsets in a week defined by razor-thin margins and unpredictable finishes.
The average margin of victory was just +7.8125, with nine games decided by six points or fewer and five coming down to a field goal or less. Out of my four misses, the Detroit Lions took the hardest hit, falling by 14. The other three losses were all within five points—tight enough to sting, but not enough to shake confidence in the process.
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